Licensure - Inactive Status

Inactive Status

A licensee who fails to renew the license by the end of the grace period has an inactive license. A licensee whose license is inactive continues to hold the privilege of licensure in Iowa, but may not practice as a physical therapy, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapy or an occupational therapy assistant in Iowa until the license is reactivated. A licensee who practices in the state of Iowa with an inactive license may be subject to disciplinary action by the board, injunctive action pursuant to Iowa Code section 147.83, criminal sanctions pursuant to Iowa Code section 147.86, and other available legal remedies.